Acaballo Shiraz Carmenère 2016

The Luis Felipe Edwards estate has been named Chile’s ‘Winery of the Year’ three times. And for good reason! 15 years ago, the family started investing in higher, cooler sites for premium grape growing. Some of these vineyards are so steep and inaccessible they are more easily reached on horseback than by a four wheel drive vehicle, hence the name Acaballo, ‘by horse’. Both Shiraz and Carmenère respond well to these conditions and an aspect that affords maximum sunshine late into the evening. Ageing the wine in French and American oak, winemaker Nicolas Bizzarri has achieved that most sought after balance of concentrated fruit, exotic oak spice and silken tannins. Decant and serve with grilled red meats, rich pasta dishes or casseroles.